Human language has a hierarchical structure,with the most elementary building blocks being the units of sound that are recognized as separate in any given language.These building blocks are called
A) phonemes.
B) morphemes.
C) syntax.
D) discourse.

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Phonemes are the smallest units of sound that carry meaning in a language. They are recognized as separate sounds in a particular language and are the most elementary building blocks of human language. Morphemes are the smallest units of meaning and refer to the combination of phonemes that carry a specific meaning. Syntax refers to the rules that govern the order of words in a sentence, while discourse refers to the larger units of language, such as conversations or narratives.

Human Language Has a Hierarchical Structure,with the Most Elementary Building